Statue of Christopher Columbus, Chicago

Name: Statue of Christopher Columbus
Address: Chicago, United States

#523 among attractions in Chicago

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Christopher Columbus is a bronze statue by sculptor Carlo Brioschi. The statue of Christopher Columbus was installed in Chicago's Grant Park, in the U.S. state of Illinois. Created by the Milanese-born sculptor and installed in 1933, it was set on an exedra and pedestal designed with the help of architect Clarence H. Johnston. It was removed and put in storage in 2020. ()

Completed: 1933 (91 years ago)Coordinates: 41°52'4"N, 87°37'11"W

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Downtown (The Loop)Chicago United States

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Statue of Christopher Columbus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Field Museum, Grant Park, Buddy Guy's Legends, Shedd Aquarium.

~940 ftSE
Museum, Natural history museum, Specialty museum
Field Museum, Chicago
5 min walk • The Field Museum, a beacon of natural history and culture, stands proudly in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, it later took the name of its first major benefactor, Marshall Field, and has since become one of the largest such...
0.5 miN
Home to numerous Downtown attractions
Grant Park, Chicago
14 min walk • Grant Park, often referred to as "Chicago's front yard," is a lush urban oasis nestled in the heart of the city's bustling downtown. Spread across 319 acres, it is a verdant retreat that offers locals and tourists alike a respite from the concrete jungle.
0.5 miNW
Nightlife, Dancing
Buddy Guy's Legends, Chicago
13 min walk • Buddy Guy's Legends stands as a testament to the vibrant blues scene in Chicago, United States. This iconic music club was established in 1989 by the legendary blues musician Buddy Guy and has since become one of the most reputable venues for authentic blues music in...
~1610 ftE
Aquatic creatures from around the world
Shedd Aquarium, Chicago
8 min walk • Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, the Shedd Aquarium is a premier attraction in the vibrant city of Chicago, offering an immersive experience into the aquatic world. This indoor public aquarium, which opened its doors in 1930, is home to over 32,000 aquatic...
0.4 miS
Historic football stadium
Soldier Field, Chicago
11 min walk • Soldier Field stands as a testament to the rich sports history and architectural uniqueness in the heart of Chicago, United States. Originally opened in 1924 as a memorial to American soldiers who had died in wars, this iconic sport venue has since become synonymous...
0.5 miN
Elaborate rococo landmark from 1927
Buckingham Fountain, Chicago
14 min walk • Buckingham Fountain, a majestic Chicago landmark, is a beacon of grandeur amidst the city's bustling urban landscape. Situated in Grant Park, this fountain is one of the largest in the world and serves as a focal point for both residents and visitors alike.
0.6 miN
Monuments and statues
The Bowman and The Spearman, Chicago
16 min walk • The Bowman and The Spearman, also known collectively as Equestrian Indians, or simply Indians, are two bronze equestrian sculptures standing as gatekeepers in Congress Plaza, at the intersection of Ida B.
~1090 ftE
Monuments and statues
Olmec Head, Chicago
6 min walk • Olmec Head, Number 8 is a colossal head sculpture. The original sculpture is located at the Museum of Anthropology in Xalapa, Veracruz.
~1390 ftE
Monuments and statues
Man with Fish, Chicago
7 min walk • Man with Fish is an outdoor fountain and sculpture by German artist Stephan Balkenhol, installed outside Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois. It is made from bronze that was then painted, and is 16 feet tall.
0.4 miE
Monuments and statues
Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, Chicago
10 min walk • The Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, also known as the Tadeusz Kościuszko Memorial and the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Memorial, is an outdoor sculpture by artist Kazimierz Chodziński depicting Tadeusz Kościuszko, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, near Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois.
0.5 miE
Monuments and statues
Karel Havlíček Monument, Chicago
13 min walk • The Karel Havlíček Monument is an outdoor monument and sculpture by Joseph Strachovsky commemorating Karel Havlíček Borovský, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, in Chicago's Northerly Island, in the U.S. state of Illinois. The statue was created in 1911 and installed in 1983.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Statue of Christopher Columbus?

Nearby attractions include The Grant, Chicago (3 min walk), One Museum Park, Chicago (3 min walk), West Side, Chicago (3 min walk), South Side, Chicago (3 min walk).

How to get to Statue of Christopher Columbus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Statue of Christopher Columbus:

Bus

1100 S Columbus • Lines: 10, 2, 26, 28, 6, J14 (3 min walk)
Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana • Lines: 12, 130, 146 (6 min walk)

Train

Museum Campus/11th Street (4 min walk)
Van Buren Street (17 min walk)

Metro

Roosevelt • Lines: Green, Orange, Red (10 min walk)
Harrison • Lines: Red (16 min walk)